Miss Babich died at 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2012, at her residence.

Valerie was born Aug. 17, 1916, in Chicago, a daughter of Robert and Bulah May (Goudie) Stafford.

She is survived by two daughters, Myrna Kubiak and Linda Leahy, both of Chatsworth; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 19 great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews and loving friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Merle Jean Lunsford, and her sister, June.

Valerie was employed by Ford Motor Company, as a machinist on aircraft engines prior to World War II, and later retired from Goldblatts Furniture Warehouse.

She was a member of the Chatsworth United Methodist Church and had lived in Chatsworth for over more than 30 years.

Valerie enjoyed reading, listening to music and traveling. She loved spending time with family and friends.

Memorials may be left to OSF Hospice.

Condolences may be left to the family at www.calvertmartinmemorial.com.